Check out our new hours. Most DCHS and Wildlife Center services are by appointment only, including reuniting lost animals, surrendering a pet, wildlife rehabilitation, and more. Adoption visits are first-come, first-served. We recommend checking our current waitlist prior to your visit.

AT THE SHELTER IN THE COMMUNITY
These animals are available for adoption and are located at the DCHS Main Shelter or satellite locations.

LEARN ABOUT THE ADOPTION PROCESS

ADOPTION FEES

SEE THE CURRENT WAITLIST

Check the Waitlist Before Your Visit

Prior to visiting DCHS, we recommend checking the current waitlist above to meet with and adopt an animal at the shelter so you can plan accordingly. The more names that are listed, the longer you can expect your wait time to be before being paired with one of our counselors to meet your potential new pet(s). Wait times can vary from a few minutes to several hours. Thank you for your patience.

Important Labels to Notice on Adoptable Animals

“Unavailable for Visits Today” animals are available animals that cannot be met with today because they are either recovering from surgery or offsite on an outing. If you are interested in trying to meet that animal, plan to visit the shelter a different day.

“Available from Foster” animals are not physically in our shelter. If you are interested setting up an appointment to meet one of these animals please call the Adoption Center at (608) 838-0413 ext 145 and leave a message.

“Available from DCHS Thrift Store” animals are housed at our Thrift Store located at 6904 Watts Rd, Madison, and you may visit the thrift store during open hours to meet them.

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Meet
Adele

Adele
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Mittens

Mittens
Female | Young
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Gloves

Gloves
Female | Young
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Obsidian

Obsidian
Male | Adult
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

Meet
Lucy

Lucy
Female | 4 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Luffy

Luffy
Male | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Ghost

Ghost
Male | Adult
Terrier, Pit Bull
Mix

Meet
Nova

Nova
Female | 2 months
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Callista

Callista
Female | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Atticus

Atticus
Male | 7 years
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Mister Fairy Boots

Mister Fairy Boots
Male | Adult
Domestic Shorthair
Mix

Meet
Sokka

Sokka
Male | Young
Border Collie
Mix

Meet
Katara

Katara
Female | 3 months
Shepherd
Great Pyrenees

Meet
Toph

Toph
Female | 3 months
Shepherd
Great Pyrenees

Meet
Aang

Aang
Male | 3 months
Shepherd
Great Pyrenees

Meet
Comet

Comet
Male | 1 months
Domestic Medium Hair
Mix

These animals are available for adoption from individuals within the community. You will need to contact the pet’s listor directly. These animals are not at the shelter.

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